If you restrict feeding, they will overeat when the feed is put down...not knowing when the next feed will be. I keep feed down 24/7 Make sure they have plenty water as well....all the time.
The crop is on the right side, and fills with feed. It is normal to see a large "lump" after feeding. This just means the hen/rooster is eating well. If you are concerned that the lump might not be going away....remove all feed for the evening. Then in the morning, check again. The "lump" should...